1970 Map of Montezuma Peak SW

About this map

The high desert terrain of Esmeralda County is defined here by the convergence of the Montezuma Range and the Palmetto Mountains during the early 1970s. This arid landscape relies on isolated water sources such as Railroad Spring and Cedar Spring, which likely served as vital stopovers for travelers navigating the high mountain passes. The presence of a Prospect high in the range indicates the enduring search for mineral wealth that shaped this region of Nevada.